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What you need to know about the newly detected, more contagious COVID-19 variant

In a final parting shot, 2020 delivered this bit of late-breaking bad news: A new variant of COVID-19 has emerged… Read More

Seattle tech worker who got vaccine trial shot feels great — but she worries for those hurt by pandemic

Nearly 10 months after being the first person to receive a shot in the first U.S. clinical trial of a… Read More

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Bill Gates caps tough year on upbeat note: When he thinks life will be ‘much closer to normal’ again

Bill Gates was in the news this year almost as much as when he was running Microsoft, as an advocate… Read More

Jeff Bezos pledges $25M more to All in WA to help group provide COVID-19 relief across state

Jeff Bezos is doubling his contribution to All in Washington, a statewide effort to provide COVID-19 relief funds. The Amazon… Read More

Microsoft commits $110M more to support workers, non-profits and schools during COVID-19

Microsoft announced Thursday that it is committing more than $110 million in additional funds to help Washington state continue to… Read More

Two Seattle techies create bracelets to let people signal they’re vaccinated against COVID-19

With a resume that includes Microsoft, Amazon and the shipping powerhouse Convoy, Seattle’s Greg Akselrod is hardwired for data. And… Read More

Be your selfie: Seattle mask makers FriendlyFace design a way to bring smiles during the pandemic

It’s not easy to put on a happy face, or any face, really, during a pandemic in which face masks… Read More

Amazon asks CDC to prioritize its essential workers for COVID-19 vaccine at ‘earliest appropriate time’

As the first vaccines for COVID-19 are being administered in the U.S. this week, Amazon is asking the Centers for… Read More

Washington health officials outline distribution plans as FDA approves first COVID vaccine

As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday evening approved the first COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, experts are… Read More

Inside the intense world of COVID-19 science, and unexpected findings from Seattle researchers

If the Keanu Reeves’ pedal-to-the-metal thriller “Speed” had a COVID-19 sequel, James Heath would be a worthy candidate for a… Read More

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Wait, was that COVID?! Revisiting the early days of the pandemic to investigate a viral mystery

One of our favorite things at GeekWire is to try something new on our beats and write about it. We… Read More

Gates Foundation commits $250M more to COVID response, stressing equity in vaccine delivery

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is committing an additional $250 million in the fight against COVID-19, with funds going… Read More

Melinda Gates talks about vaccine disinformation and calls for Biden to appoint caregiving ‘czar’

In a recent Q&A with The New York Times, Melinda Gates reflected on the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges and hesitations… Read More

COVID-19 exposure notification apps become more widespread — but will they make a difference?

Since it launched on Monday, more than 700,000 Washington residents have installed or activated the WA Notify app. The free… Read More

Washington state launches COVID-19 exposure notification app using Google and Apple technology

Washington state unveiled a new app to inform residents if they’ve been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19, as infection… Read More

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‘This company was invented for the pandemic’ — Scott Galloway on Amazon in a ‘Post Corona’ world

Amazon’s big move into the pharmacy business last week wasn’t a surprise at all, and it’s just part of a… Read More

How culture and leadership helped ventilator maker Ventec meet huge demand in COVID-19 response

To rapidly increase a company’s production 8-fold is daunting. To ramp up 80-fold is almost unimaginable. It’s also what Chris… Read More

As COVID test sites reach capacity, Washington state leaders urge restraint and judgment

As Thanksgiving draws closer, COVID-19 infections are surging and virus testing is hitting capacity, leaving health experts and elected officials… Read More

Washington governor sets cap on delivery fees for Uber Eats, DoorDash, Postmates, others

Fees charged to restaurants by delivery companies will be capped in Washington state as the food industry is placed under… Read More

This smart camera startup helps companies meet COVID-19 cleaning standards by detecting dirtiness

Cleanliness took on a whole new meaning in 2020. The pandemic is forcing airlines, hotels, universities, and other organizations to… Read More

With pandemic taking a toll on mental health, Joon Care raises $3.5M to help teens and young adults

The pandemic is taking a toll on everyone, but teens in particular are seeing increased anxiety and depression. Joon Care… Read More

Health officials urge people to stay home and avoid ‘catastrophic consequences’ amid record COVID-19 cases in Washington state

Washington state was able to “flatten the curve” earlier this year when COVID-19 began spreading. Now health officials are hoping… Read More

COVID-19

What you need to know about the newly detected, more contagious COVID-19 variant

Seattle tech worker who got vaccine trial shot feels great — but she worries for those hurt by pandemic

Top Stories of 2020: How the events of this year upended the worlds of tech, science and more

Bill Gates caps tough year on upbeat note: When he thinks life will be ‘much closer to normal’ again

Jeff Bezos pledges $25M more to All in WA to help group provide COVID-19 relief across state

Microsoft commits $110M more to support workers, non-profits and schools during COVID-19

Two Seattle techies create bracelets to let people signal they’re vaccinated against COVID-19

Be your selfie: Seattle mask makers FriendlyFace design a way to bring smiles during the pandemic

Amazon asks CDC to prioritize its essential workers for COVID-19 vaccine at ‘earliest appropriate time’

Washington health officials outline distribution plans as FDA approves first COVID vaccine

Inside the intense world of COVID-19 science, and unexpected findings from Seattle researchers

Wait, was that COVID?! Revisiting the early days of the pandemic to investigate a viral mystery

Gates Foundation commits $250M more to COVID response, stressing equity in vaccine delivery

Melinda Gates talks about vaccine disinformation and calls for Biden to appoint caregiving ‘czar’

COVID-19 exposure notification apps become more widespread — but will they make a difference?

Washington state launches COVID-19 exposure notification app using Google and Apple technology

‘This company was invented for the pandemic’ — Scott Galloway on Amazon in a ‘Post Corona’ world

How culture and leadership helped ventilator maker Ventec meet huge demand in COVID-19 response

As COVID test sites reach capacity, Washington state leaders urge restraint and judgment

Washington governor sets cap on delivery fees for Uber Eats, DoorDash, Postmates, others

This smart camera startup helps companies meet COVID-19 cleaning standards by detecting dirtiness

With pandemic taking a toll on mental health, Joon Care raises $3.5M to help teens and young adults

Health officials urge people to stay home and avoid ‘catastrophic consequences’ amid record COVID-19 cases in Washington state

Teen who built popular coronavirus tracking website has COVID-19 and calls it ‘pretty terrible’

On new podcast, Bill Gates talks COVID-19 with Dr. Fauci, masks vs. nudists, and a plan to hug Bono

New COVID-19 restrictions in Washington state: Inslee bans indoor social gatherings, indoor dining

Microsoft: Russian and North Korean hackers are targeting COVID-19 vaccine developers

Curb exposure or risk restrictions: Health officials warn of ‘impending crisis’ as COVID-19 infection rates accelerate

Pfizer’s promising COVID-19 vaccine is good news for Moderna’s trials, Fauci says

As COVID cases break records and keep rising, why no new restrictions in Seattle region?